Colour Matching Cabinets MATCHMASTER 425 MC 425 MC II 425 III 425 IV

Day Light D65

Office/Store Light TL84

Incandescent Light A

Model 425 MC

testing equipment for quality management

Technical Description
DIN 53 218 DIN 6173 ISO 3668 ASTM D 1729 BS 3900:D1 Colour Viewing and Inspection Systems for Colour Matching and Inspection

General Information
Particularly designed for manufacturers and users of coating materials, and for those frequently assessing colours and surfaces visually. Because an objective visual colour comparison can only be made under constant and defined conditions, four compact colour matching systems with several light sources are available for inspection and evaluation of colour samples like e. g. inks, colours, plastics, textiles, paper, colorants and other coloured materials; ideal for cosmetics, coatings, printing and packaging, advertising and graphic design, interior and fashion design. The Colour Matching Cabinets 425 MC and 425 MC II meet the requirements of an inspection of measuring equipment, as the working hours of the illuminants can be indicated. All systems offered comply with the requirements of the ASTM D 1729 Standard (in-cluding CIE Publication 51) for light quality and intensity, symmetry of illumination and viewing, ambient conditions, and uniformity. The MATCHMASTER 425 MC II is supplied as standard with a Calibration Certificate (light quality). Furthermore an especially certified set of illuminants can be supplied for this system. For the MATCHMASTER 425 III and 425 IV a Test Certificate (light quality) is issued on delivery. Three types of light can be simulated as standard versions: In the field of colour assessment a central position is occupied by the Standard Light D65 (artificial daylight, full spectrum equalized in terms of colour) with a colour temperature of 6,500 kelvin, which simulates the daylight at noon. Besides also the current Standard Light TL84 (Office/Store Light, chartreuse, high luminosity, energy-efficient) with approx. 4,100 kelvin, can be generated. The Standard Light A (Home Light/Incandescent light) with high red contribution (reddish-orange, tungsten lamp) and about 2,850 kelvin, represents a normal living ambiance. These three main light types are certainly the ones for judging the appearance of the colour of a product in everyday life of the enduser. Furthermore, the optional light type TL83 (3,000 kelvin, greenish, phosphor(III), low bandwidth, energy-efficient) as well as the UV Light (for the determination of optical brightening and fluorescent whitening agents as well as the colouration of fluorescent substances of pigments) are available as standard light types.

MATCHMASTER 425 MC
Microprocessor-controlled

Design and Function

The housing of the MATCHMASTER 425 MC comprises of solid thermopal plastic sheets dyed conforming to standards, and is open at the front side. Beside the three light types D65, A and TL84, UV light can be switched-on additionally to illustrate the fluorescent properties of some samples. It is possible to change between the three standard light sources at arbitrary time intervals, either automatically or manually, in any desired order. A control panel with foil keyboard and LCD provides a comfortable control either manual or automatic - of the instrument. The active operating mode is indicated by light emitting diodes.

Control panel

The manual operation is very easy: By a keystroke the required light type is set. In the automatic mode the preprogrammed combination of light sources in connection with the transit times (2 - 15 s) is switched automatically. The programming of the automatic test sequence can be seen from the indications on the LCD. In the test mode the switching cycles as well as the time alight of each individual light source are displayed to monitor the life time of the lamps. Accessories Light Diffuser to avoid gloss spots on high gloss samples Inspection Tilting Table to assess several samples of gloss, colour and metamerism simultaneously under a specific angle of view

MATCHMASTER 425 MC II
Microprocessor-controlled

MATCHMASTER 425 III and 425 IV

Model 425 III

Model 425 IV

Design and Function

The standard light cabinets MATCHMASTER 425 III and 425 IV are colour comparison instruments with three light types. There are three standard light types available: D65, A and TL84. A light diffuser for a uniform distribution of light is available at option. It is possible to switch over between these three standard light sources manually in any desired order. Each cabinet comes with a Test Certificate (light quality). Both bench models consist of metal sheets lacquered conforming to standards and can be assembled without any tool within some minutes. The colour comparison cabinets are open at the front side. A control panel with illuminated toggle switches - the symbols of the three light sources are shown above - provides an easy operation of the instrument.

Design and Function

The MATCHMASTER 425 MC II comprises of metal sheets lacquered conforming to standards and can be put together with the help of a crosstip screwdriver within some minutes. The solid and carefree metal housing is open at the front side; if larger samples have to be assessed, the cabinet can be used without side parts. The Standard Light Cabinet MATCHMASTER 425 MC II is a colour comparison instrument with five different light sources (D65, TL84, A, TL83, UV) for perfect assessment and comparison of colour under various light types. A light diffuser provides a uniform distribution of light. Upon request light types can be exchanged, e.g.CWF (cool white fluorescent). A Calibration Certificate (light quality) is included in the scope of supply. An electronic light automatism enables a programmable automatic change of light sources in connection with adjustable times of illumination. The user can programme a sequence of the individual light types (up to 10 changes) in any desired order.

Control panel

Accessories Control panel

The MATCHMASTER 425 MC II is equipped with a light monitoring facility "LiteGuard II" which observes all five light sources, records the hours alight of the individual tubular lamps, and indicates the exchange of a tubular lamp, if required. Accessories 45 Viewing Stand (31 x 91 cm), neutral grey Adjustable Viewing Stand (31 x 61 cm) Matt black Insert Panel Set made of aluminium, including side walls, rear wall and floor panels

Light diffuser 45 Viewing Stand, for Model 425 III (22 x 56 cm), for Model 425 IV (22 x 41 cm), neutral grey surround Adjustable Viewing Stand (20 x 41 cm) Matt black Insert Panel Set made of aluminium, including side walls, rear wall and floor panels

adjustable Viewing Stand

45 Viewing Stand

Technical Data
425 MC
Viewing area Net weight (approx.) Power supply Consumption (approx.) Illuminants

425 MC II

425 III

425 IV

Dimensions (W/D/H) 650 x 500 x 610 mm 1070 x 680 x 790 mm 680 x 420 x 480 mm 520 x 340 x 460 mm 620 x 490 x 430 mm 1010 x 630 x 630 mm 610 x 340 x 360 mm 460 x 250 x 330 mm 22 kg 44 kg 14 kg 10 kg

230 V, 50 Hz (110 230 V, 50 Hz (110 V, 230 V, 50 Hz (110 V, 230 V, 50 Hz (110 V, V, 60 Hz on request) 60 Hz on request) 60 Hz on request) 60 Hz on request) 400 W /1.74 A D65 (18 W) - 3 pcs. A (60 W) - 4 pcs. TL84 (18 W) - 2 pcs. UV (18 W) - 2 pcs. 602 W / 2.62 A D65 (25 W) - 3 pcs. A (60 W) - 6 pcs. TL83 (25 W) - 2 pcs. TL84 (25 W) - 2 pcs. UV (30 W) - 1 pc. 180 W / 0.79 A 116 W / 0.51 A

D65 (17 W) - 2 pcs. D65 (15 W) - 2 pcs. A (60 W) - 2 pcs. A (40 W) - 2 pcs. TL84 (17 W) - 1 pc. TL84 (15 W) - 1 pc.

Order Information
Ord.-No. 0172.02.31 Product Description Colour Matching Cabinet MATCHMASTER 425 MC microprocessor-controlled, light types D65, A, TL84, UV (can be switched-on), operating manual Colour Matching Cabinet MATCHMASTER 425 MC II microprocessor-controlled, light types D65, A, TL84, UV, including Calibration Certificate as well as light diffuser, electronic light automatism, and light monitoring system, operating manual Colour Matching Cabinet MATCHMASTER 425 III light types D65, A, TL84, including Test Certificate, operating manual Colour Matching Cabinet MATCHMASTER 425 IV light types D65, A, TL84, including Test Certificate, operating manual 0824.06.32 0824.01.32 0824.02.32 0824.03.32 Ord.-No.

Accessories
Product Description
For MATCHMASTER 425 MC

0442.01.32 0448.01.32

Inspection Tilting Table with angular spacing Light Diffuser for uniform light distribution For MATCHMASTER 425 MC II

0278.01.31

0823.01.32 0823.02.32 0824.02.32 0823.03.32

45 Viewing Stand (31 x 91 cm) Adjustable Viewing Stand (31 x 61 cm) Adjustable Viewing Stand (20 x 41 cm) Insert Panel Set (black aluminium panels for high gloss, specular or very dark colour samples) For MATCHMASTER 425 III Light diffuser 45 Viewing Stand (22 x 56 cm) Adjustable Viewing Stand (20 x 41 cm) Insert Panel Set (black matt aluminium panels for high gloss, specular or very dark colour samples) For MATCHMASTER 425 IV

0278.02.31

0278.03.31

0825.05.32 0825.01.32 0824.02.32 0825.02.32

Light diffuser 45 Viewing Stand (22 x 41 cm) Adjustable Viewing Stand (20 x 41 cm) Insert Panel Set (matt black aluminium panels for high gloss, specular or very dark colour samples)

Subject to technical modifications TBE 425 II/2010